If you like to upcycle and customize your clothes with stitching and embellishments like sequins you may struggle with how to get the images onto the fabric. Pop on over to Buttons Galore blog to see a super easy way … Read More...
Drip Paint a Rainbow Resist Work of Art
This beautiful idea from the Educator’s Spin on It is called a drip painting rainbow name recognition activity, but the basic concept could be used to make all kids of resist art.
The basic concept is to have something … Read More...
What to Do with Single Skeins of Sock Yarn
If you’re like me, and like most knitters I know, you’ve probably bought a skein or several of sock yarn
(let’s not talk about other kinds of yarn right now, OK?) with no real idea of what you were going … Read More...
Mason Jar Candle Holders
These super easy and simple but oh, so gorgeous mason jar luminaries are a great decor idea for weddings, holidays, Christmas, or even a party! Super easy to transform into jar lanterns! These are quick to make which means you … Read More...
Project: Mother’s Day Card
What a clever idea to replace to “O” in MOM with a flower! Ardyth created this lovely card with new stamps and dies from My Favorite Things and is sharing a quick video about how she made it. Visit her … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Women’s crossback tank
I don’t work out often, and I think part of the reason I don’t is that I never have the right things to wear. Obviously, your clothes need to be comfortable and able to move with you but a little … Read More...
Organize Your Craft Room in 30 Days
Are you determined to get your craft room really organized once and for all? Are you willing to commit to doing this over the next month? Try this free 30-Day challenge over at Jennifer Maker! 30 days might seem like … Read More...
DIY No Sew Rope Planter Basket
This is the perfect handmade gift idea for Mother’s Day! It is simple to make and uses simple materials – cotton rope, hot glue gun and trim/embellishments. Learn how to make your own rope basket here.
DIY Ottoman
This sewing tutorial is for an easy beginner friendly DIY Ottoman that works perfectly in any kids or living room. Pick some cute fabric and you have a fun way to add design to your living room.
Make Tulips for Mom from Plastic Forks
I’ve seen people use forks to make prints (like this version at Fun Littles) but I had never seen the corollary idea until now.
You can also paint forks to make them look like tulips, as is shown in … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Felt feather quill pen or pencil topper
There’s something romantic about writing with a quill pen, as if all your words will be automatically poetic and pithy. American Felt and Craft shares a free pattern for making a felt quill pen topper that you can slide over … Read More...
Going Back to Embroidery Basics
Much as I love cross stitch, I really like using embroidery as a gateway to getting people interested in stitching because it is more free-form and there’s not really a “right” way to do it.
I’ve been writing a lot … Read More...
Tutorial: Patriotic Pillow DIY
Create your very own patriotic home decor with this simple, fast and trendy patriotic pillow cover. Chelsea from GYCT Designs has a tutorial and free cut files for you! Just take a moment to raid your fabric stash to find … Read More...
Great New Washcloths for Spring
There’s something about the change in the weather that makes people want a fresh start, which means spring cleaning, clearing and decluttering.
Why not also knit up some new things to help you with your spring cleaning?
DROPS has a … Read More...
How to dye buttons
Wow! Who knew you could dye buttons? But, you can. This really opens up all sorts of customizing and artsy opportunities. Pop on over to the blog Fiberluscious for the step by step tutorial on how to dye buttons. … Read More...
DIY Wrap Jewelry
This DIY jewelry tutorial shows you how to make the perfect gypsy or Boho style bracelet. You will need some cord, beads and needle and thread. Choose beads to suit your fashion style or hit up turquoise for a classic … Read More...
Edible Garden Cupcakes
Make these adorable garden marker seed packet cupcake toppers for any spring holiday. The perfect Diy cupcake for Mother’s day or a garden tea party. Garden Cupcakes Recipe and Tutorial
Project: Treat Bag from 1/2 Sheet of Paper
Using only 1/2 a sheet of pretty patterned 12″ x 12″ paper Wendy Cranford made this adorable little treat bag. Add some stamped images and tie with a ribbon for the perfect way to deliver a tiny gift. She’s got … Read More...
Stay Up to Date on All the Scrapbooking Gossip
Did you know that there are a couple ways you can make sure to see all the great tips, tricks, freebies, and other scrapbook related posts here on Craft Gossip?
If you haven’t already, you should definitely subscribe to the … Read More...
Tutorial: Paper pieced hexagon notebook
Here’s a simple sewing tutorial that uses up scraps! Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how to use them to create a paper pieced hexagon notebook. A small notebook like this is perfect to keep in your purse to take notes … Read More...